Build a Calm-Down Corner

A soft cushion, a calm-down jar, a feelings chart and a favorite book – a corner your child helps build and can go to anytime.

Time: 30 min
Age: 4–10 years
Energy: Calm
Where: At home

The steps are in the app

Having a cozy, familiar place to go to when feelings get big helps kids learn to calm themselves instead of just being told to calm down. Building it together means your child knows exactly what's there and why.

The steps are in the app

Step-by-step instructions, tips and an easier and a harder version are waiting in the Hopsa app – along with 300 more ideas matched to your kids’ ages.

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Coming soon to the App Store and Google Play

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